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Apr 30, 2024 · Amos obeyed God’s word to continue prophesying in Israel. Part of that prophecy was a personal message of tragedy for Amaziah (Amos 7:17). Amos is not mentioned by name in any other books of the Bible, but his work is quoted twice in the New Testament, once by Stephen (Acts 7:42–43) and once by James (Acts 15:15–17).
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But instead of making excuses, Amos obeyed and became God’s...
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- Who Is Amos and What Do We Know About him?
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- 5 Lessons We Can Learn from Amos
If you were asked to describe a biblical prophet, I’m sure there are several images that come to mind? You might picture a young man standing in the throne room of a corrupt king, an astute older man writing intently by candlelight, or an outspoken preacher shouting on a street corner to a distracted crowd that simply has no time for his rantings. ...
At the time Amos traveled north to Bethel, the northern kingdom was living in relative prosperity, on the surface at least. The economy was booming, the borders were secure, religious holidays were celebrated, and the nation was at peace with its sibling in the south. Furthermore, Israel did not have to contend with immediate threats from rival nat...
Though Amos ministered to Israel and delivered a specific message for a specific time in its history, there are several things we can learn from his life, message, and ministry that are applicable even today. 1. God Calls and Commissions Ordinary Individuals Nothing about Amos’ vocation as a shepherd and farmer would have marked him as one suited t...
The opening to the next section explains why. God says,“I chose you Israel, from among all the families of the earth …” (Amos 3:2). It’s an allusion to Genesis 12, when God called the family of Abraham to become God’s blessing to all nations. God continues the thought by saying,“… this is why I will punish you for all your sin.”
Mar 20, 2024 · Amid this time of turmoil, a shepherd of humble means emerged. Chosen by God to deliver a powerful message to Israel, Amos is neither trained as a prophet nor the son of a prophet. A devout man with a heart full of faith, Amos embraced his role as a messenger of God. Instead of making excuses, Amos obeyed and became God’s powerful voice for ...
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Apr 12, 2024 · The God for whom Amos speaks is God of more than merely Israel. He also uses one nation against another to carry out his purposes (6:14). He is the Great King who rules the whole universe (4:13; 5:8; 9:5-6). Because he is all-sovereign, the God of Israel holds the history and destiny of all peoples and the world in his hands.
May 9, 2024 · But instead of making excuses, Amos obeyed and became God’s powerful voice for change. God has used ordinary people such as shepherds, carpenters, and fishermen all through the Bible. Whatever you are in this life, God can use you. Amos wasn’t much. He was a "just-a." "Just-a" servant for God. It is good to be God’s "just-a."
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Amos 1:9 tn Heb “did not remember.” Amos 1:9 sn A treaty of brotherhood. In the ancient Near-Eastern world familial terms were sometimes used to describe treaty partners. In a treaty between superior and inferior parties, the lord would be called “father” and the subject “son.”
